Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R Assertion A: Wind is a climatic factor affecting soil erosion. Reason R: Wind characteristics influence raindrop velocities and angle of impact and effect soil erosion. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
• Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
• Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
• A is correct but R is not correct
• A is not correct but R is correct

• A. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
• B. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
• C. A is correct but R is not correct
• D. A is not correct but R is correct

Hint:

Wind affects soil erosion by:
• Soil particle transport
• Splash erosion enhancement
• Changing raindrop impact angle Important wind erosion mechanisms: \[ \boxed{ \text{Suspension, Saltation, Surface creep} } \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A